NADD: an association for persons with developmental disabilities and mental hea

07/26/2025

“If I cannot do great things,
I can do small things in a great way.”
– Martin Luther King Jr.

07/25/2025

NADD is proud of our continued work together with the Link Center: https://acl.gov/TheLinkCenter

07/25/2025

At NADD, we support individuals with a IDD and mental health needs.
Learn more at thenadd.org

07/24/2025

LOVE GROWS 💗

07/23/2025

NADD is proud of our continued work together with the Link Center:

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07/23/2025

Some good news 💪😊📢👏

Federal officials say they will hold off on a plan to fast-track changes to a key disability rights law amid substantial pushback.

07/22/2025

NADD AWARDS NOMINATION DEADLINE IS JULY 28TH!!!

Do you know someone who should be honored for their contributions to the field? Click below to learn more about the award categories and to make your nominations!

https://thenadd.org/awards/

07/22/2025

Keynote Speakers for NADD's 42nd Annual Conference📢

Russell Lehmann
When Systems Collide: Living at the Crossroads of I/DD and Mental Health:
In this deeply personal keynote, Russell Lehmann shares what it’s like to live at the intersection of intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD) and mental health. As someone who has spent a lifetime navigating disconnected systems of care, Russell offers a raw and honest account of the barriers, confusion, and isolation that come with co-occurring diagnoses, especially during moments of crisis in the community.

Kerim Munir, MD, MPH, DSc, DFAACAP, DLFAPA
Advancing Global Cooperation and Bridging Gaps in I/DD and Mental Health
This keynote presentation will explore how global collaboration can enhance the quality of care for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and co-occurring Mental Health (MH) conditions. Drawing from implementation science, epidemiological research, and case studies from global mental health networks, the session will highlight innovative programs and accreditation models that promote sustainable training, supervision, and system-wide improvements. A special emphasis will be placed on how NADD’s mission and leadership can contribute to the future development of international standards in IDD/MH care.

October 15-17, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota!

Learn More: https://thenadd.org/conferences/📢📢

07/21/2025

TOMORROW📢

Please join us, in partnership with the Link Center, for the upcoming Shared Learning Groups. Systems Change and the Importance of Partnerships: July 22 & 23, 2025.

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), brain injuries, and other disabilities, and co-occurring mental health conditions need support for their whole well-being. These sessions will explore how each of us has a part to play in changing the way these support systems work. The sessions will focus on partnering with others to influence these systems as a community of people with lived experience, families, professionals, and systems advocates.

Registration is required and is limited to 200 participants per session. There are four sessions on the same topic, each for a different target audience. Register using the links below:

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Direct Support Professionals: 1:00-2:30 p.m. ET
Clinical Professionals: 3:00-4:30 p.m. ET

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Families: 1:00-2:30 p.m. ET
Individuals: 3:00-4:30 p.m. ET

LEARN MORE: https://acl.gov/TheLinkCenter/SharedLearningGroups

EXPLORE THE LINK CENTER: https://acl.gov/TheLinkCenter/

07/21/2025

NADD developed the NADD Competency-Based IDD/MI Dual Diagnosis Specialist Certification Program to improve the quality and effectiveness of services provided to individuals with a dual diagnosis through the development of competency-based professional standards and through promoting ongoing professional development. Learn more at thenadd.org

07/20/2025

NADD is currently working with over 20 organizations as they earn their NADD IDD/MI Dual Diagnosis Program Accreditation. There can be a number of programs serving individuals with IDD/MI dual diagnosis accredited within each organization. Learn more at thenadd.org

07/19/2025

"Be determined to handle any challenge in a way that will make you grow."
-Les Brown